Pizza Hut Delivery to open 100 new stores
Pizza Hut Delivery is planning a major expansion that will see it open 100 new stores in the UK by 2014.
The pizza delivery chain, a subsidiary of the US food company Yum Brands, said it will invest £20 million in an “aggressive expansion” which will create around 2,000 jobs.
A key part of the investment is the launch of a new franchise incentive scheme that has been developed to support franchisees in opening new stores. The incentive programme will offer up to £65,000 support to existing and new franchisees for opening a new store by 30 November 2013. The company said that the expansion plan will also create significant opportunities for existing franchisees.
Mark Fox, Managing Director, Yum! III (UK), explained: “We are committed to delivering a major investment in growing our UK system, creating significant new opportunities for existing and would-be franchisees.
“Our investment will increase our marketing spend, drive the outlet numbers, and visibility of Pizza Hut Delivery and create opportunities for franchisees to grow their businesses quickly.”
Pizza Hut Delivery currently has around 300 stores in England, Wales and Scotland and is aiming for a total of 700 stores in the long-term.
